Are you aware that any person operating a maritime VHF radio must hold, as a minimum requirement, a Maritime VHF Radio Operator Certificate (unless transmitting in an emergency or a distress situation)?
On the course you will cover subjects such as the general features and functions of a maritime VHF radio, correct distress and urgency procedures for ‘Mayday’ and ‘Pan Pan’ calls, pro-words and phonetic alphabet, trip reports, weather services, callsigns, EPIRBS and other search and rescue equipment.
When: 7pm, Every 4th Wednesday and Thursday evenings (attendance required at both nights)
Please call to confirm date on (07) 578 5579
Where: Tauranga Volunteer Coastguard, Sulphur Point, Tauranga
Cost: $90 pp and payment in full required on booking
For more info:
Phone: 07 578 5578
Email: support@taurangacoastguard.co.nz
Website: www.taurangacoastguard.co.nz.
